Most Dense in Lebanon

Top 26 cities ranked by most dense

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Most Dense — Lebanon

1 Ra’s Bayrūt 04 12,517,390/mi²

2 Beirut 04 248,199/mi²

3 Jounieh 05 103,565/mi²

4 Tyre 06 70,054/mi²

5 Sidon 06 60,576/mi²

6 Tripoli 09 42,403/mi²

7 Aley 05 39,394/mi²

8 Nabatîyé et Tahta 07 38,835/mi²

9 Habboûch 07 27,572/mi²

10 Zahlé 08 25,290/mi²

11 Byblos 05 10,769/mi²

12 Ghazieh 06 6,974/mi²

13 Batroûn 09 5,996/mi²

14 En Nâqoûra 06 4,340/mi²

15 Aajaltoûn 05 4,237/mi²

16 Qâna 06 3,861/mi²

17 Sarafand 06 2,527/mi²

18 Baabda 05 2,217/mi²

19 Baalbek 11 2,140/mi²

20 Marjayoun 07 2,012/mi²

21 Amioûn 09 1,848/mi²

22 Kfar Kila 07 1,689/mi²

23 Hrajel 05 1,684/mi²

24 Aaïtanît 08 1,236/mi²

25 Bsharri 09 749/mi²

26 El Hermel 11 423/mi²

The most densely populated cities in Lebanon pack the most residents per square mile, creating vibrant urban environments with walkable neighborhoods and extensive public transit. Ra’s Bayrūt leads with 12,517,390 people per square mile.

High population density is often associated with better access to public transportation, more walkable streets, and a wider variety of restaurants, shops, and entertainment options within close proximity. These cities tend to have lower car ownership rates and shorter commute distances.

Dense cities face unique challenges including higher housing costs, limited parking, and potential overcrowding in public spaces. However, they also tend to have lower per-capita carbon footprints due to shared infrastructure and reduced driving.

Did You Know?

1. Ra’s Bayrūt has 12,517,390 people per square mile — that's roughly 19,558 people per acre.
2. Dense cities tend to have the most walkable neighborhoods and lowest car ownership rates in the country.
3. Urban density can reduce per-capita carbon emissions by up to 50% compared to suburban sprawl.

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